This course covers beginner to intermediate levels, including how to fold thin fabrics known as habutae.

You can learn how to create a variety of tsumami zaiku motifs that enhance your work, including not only flowers but also designs using wire.

You will also learn the basic techniques for assembling tsumami flowers, etc., into a kanzashi (a hair ornament).

Though often seen as a Western flower, roses have been loved in Japan since the 1300s. Today, with countless varieties, they are celebrated as the queen of flowers.

You can learn: We’ll master a charming, pointed-petal style—simple, compact, and perfect for bringing your own rose to life!

Tama-bara is a tsumami zaiku technique, which refers to the rosebud. This time, we will make a retro kanzashi that looks great with hakama (one of the traditional kimono wear).

You can learn: We will learn how to reform maru tsumami technique to form the round rose flowers (Tama-bara)

The China rose, the first oriental rose introduced to the West, came to Japan in the Heian period and is even mentioned in classics like The Tale of Genji.

You can learn: We will learn how to design China rose by learning the modern technique (bara tsumami).

Blooming in the quiet of winter, daffodils are a symbol of good fortune for the New Year. In Japan, their white petals and yellow centers even inspire Maiko’s kanzashi.

You can learn: How to make traditional leaves out of cord and wire, how to assemble a flower into mini kanzashi.

Hagoita are beautiful decorative paddles, once used for a New Year’s shuttlecock game. Today, they’re given to girls on their first New Year’s Day as a charm for health and happiness.

You can learn : How to make a double petal plums, how to “hashi-kiri” (technique to adjust height of tsumami) how to form bamboo and pine leaves, and how to make a “hagoita” base.

Dangiku is a tsumami zaiku masterpiece with layered chrysanthemum-like petals. If you’ve tried Maru Tsumami, you’re ready—but mastering its beauty takes special tips.

You can learn: We will learn how to make Chrysanthemum with maru tsumami using hemisphere base.

Ginkgo trees have long been loved in Japan, lining streets, parks, and temples. In autumn, their golden leaves transform the scenery into a glowing wonderland.

You will learn: In this lesson, we’ll create ginkgo leaves using Maru Tsumami and the Hashikiri technique, learning how to shape and set them perfectly on a special base.

Camellias have long been cherished as a symbol of good luck. Evergreen in winter, they were used in Shinto rituals to ward off misfortune and are known as the flowers that herald spring.

You will learn: How to design Camellia flower by using maru tsumami technique and learn the wire works as well.

Nadeshiko, a symbol of grace and elegance, has inspired Japanese art and floral traditions for centuries.

You will learn: In this lesson, we’ll create Nadeshiko kanzashi using the Ken Tsumami technique, learning to shape many petals neatly and assemble them with thread.

Goldfish are a beloved symbol of Japanese summer, featured on yukata and fans, and celebrated in festival games. They’re also thought to bring luck and ward off misfortune.

You will learn: How to deform maru tsumami and hida tsumami (pleated form) to make a well-designed and gorgeous goldfish.

Uchiwa, traditional Japanese fans once used by nobles to stay cool or hide from the sun, became popular among everyone in the Edo period.

You will learn: How to make the goldfish by deforming maru tsumami and learning how to make uchiwa (Japanese fan) .

In Japan, hydrangeas bloom from June to July, turning temples into magical festival spots.

You will learn: How to use dyed fabrics using the Maru Tsumami technique—perfect for creating your own seasonal bloom!